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How is a donated asset accounted by a non-profit organization based on its fair market value?

How is a donated asset accounted by a non-profit organization based on its fair market value?

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Question added by Mohammad Iqbal Abubaker , Jahaca Pty Ltd - Accounts Administrator , Jahaca Pty Ltd - Accounts Administrator
Date Posted: 2016/03/26

A non-profit organization accounts for a donated asset based on its fair market value at the time of donation. This valuation reflects the price the asset would sell for in an open market. It's crucial for ensuring accurate financial reporting and maintaining transparency. Just like in the slope game , where every move counts, precise accounting can significantly impact the organization's financial health and sustainability.

Ibrahim Murudkar
by Ibrahim Murudkar , Secretary , Accenture - India

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If the receiver did not incur any costs in acquiring such an item, then the cost of the asset in their possession would be zero according to widely accepted accounting rules.  geometry dash

manaf almas
by manaf almas , Auditor , DAR AL NUZUM PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS

As per the generally accepted accounting principles the cost of such asset in the hands of receiver would be nil because the receiver did not incurred any cost,if any expense incurred such expense should be added to the cost of  asset 

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